Hotels near Santa Cruz Main Beach Santa Cruz

Q: What are the best hotels near Santa Cruz Main Beach?

Guests love staying at La Bahia Hotel and Spa , which is a hotel near Santa Cruz Main Beach. Also highly rated is Dream Inn Santa Cruz , which is just steps away. In fact, you’ll have plenty of options to choose from with 4,124 hotels, vacation rentals, and other accommodations in the area.

Q: Which hotels near Santa Cruz Main Beach have rooms with great views?

At La Bahia Hotel and Spa , there are rooms where you can take in the ocean views. The hotel is steps from Santa Cruz Main Beach. Also recommended is Dream Inn Santa Cruz , which has rooms with ocean views.

Q: What are the best luxury hotels near Santa Cruz Main Beach?

Pamper yourself with a stay at La Bahia Hotel and Spa , which is steps from Santa Cruz Main Beach. This hotel features 3 restaurants including Pearl, and offers an outdoor pool. A second luxurious choice is Sanctuary Beach Resort , which is 39 minutes away by car.

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La Bahia Hotel and Spa

Westside Santa Cruz, 0.5 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach

CNY2,408 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 15 - Jan 16

Beach House Suite | Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Beach Street Inn and Suites

Westside Santa Cruz, 0.7 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach

CNY929 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 16 - Jan 17

Superior King + Beach View | Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 0.9 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.8 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach

CNY973 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 20 - Jan 21

Marea Sol Hotel

Westside Santa Cruz, 0.5 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach

CNY797 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 19 - Jan 20

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 0.9 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach

CNY1,923 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 15 - Jan 16

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.1 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach

CNY874 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 1 - Feb 2

Seaway Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 0.9 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach

CNY871 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 15 - Jan 16

Pacific Blue Inn

Downtown Santa Cruz, 0.9 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach

CNY742 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 26 - Jan 27

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Westside Santa Cruz, 3 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach

CNY863 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 1 - Feb 2

Mission Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.8 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach

CNY704 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 15 - Jan 16

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Downtown, 1 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach

Casablanca On The Beach

Westside Santa Cruz, 0.6 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach

CNY957 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 15 - Jan 16

Hitching Post Studios Inn

Eastside Santa Cruz, 2.3 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

Eastside Santa Cruz, 2.4 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach

CNY971 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 15 - Jan 16

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.4 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach

CNY814 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 1 - Feb 2

Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; American cuisine

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.5 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach

CNY953 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 19 - Jan 20

Room 5: Deluxe Queen | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Rio Vista Suites

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.6 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.4 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach

CNY882 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 25 - Jan 26

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.4 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach

CNY960 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 18 - Jan 19

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Other landmarks near Santa Cruz Main Beach

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

4.3/5 (3,850 reviews)

If thrills are what you're after, head to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, located 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from central Santa Cruz. If you have fun at Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, you'll love Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History and Boardwalk Bowl, both a short walk away.

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Main Beach

4.4/5 (801 reviews)

Whether you want to hunt for sand dollars or smell the fresh air, Main Beach is a spot you might want to check out, located 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from central Santa Cruz. Catch the sunset by the shore at Santa Cruz Main Beach, just a short walk away.

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Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History

Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History is just one of the attractions in Eastside Santa Cruz, Lower Seabright so you might want to stop by during your trip. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is full of friendly people and has lots of nice beaches. If you want to experience more of the culture Lower Seabright has to offer, head to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Santa Cruz Main Beach, and Seabright Beach.

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Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center

Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center is just one of the attractions in Westside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz so you might want to stop by during your trip. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is full of friendly people and has lots of nice beaches. If you want to experience more of the culture Santa Cruz has to offer, head to Santa Cruz Wharf, Cowell's Beach, and Main Beach.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best hotels near Santa Cruz Main Beach?

Guests love staying at La Bahia Hotel and Spa, which is a hotel near Santa Cruz Main Beach.
Also highly rated is Dream Inn Santa Cruz, which is just steps away.
In fact, you'll have plenty of options to choose from with 4,124 hotels, vacation rentals, and other accommodations in the area.

How much does it cost to stay in a hotel near Santa Cruz Main Beach?

Visit Hotels.com, enter your search criteria, and sort by price to see the lowest rates. You'll find a variety of room prices depending on when and where you plan to go.

Take a look at the lowest price per night from CNY704

Can I find hotels close to Santa Cruz Main Beach that are fully refundable?

Yes, many hotels offer refundable room reservations if you cancel prior to the cancellation deadline. To find refundable rates, select the "Fully refundable" filter when searching for hotels.

Both Dream Inn Santa Cruz and Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection are highly rated hotels near Santa Cruz Main Beach that offer these rates.

What are the best romantic hotels near Santa Cruz Main Beach?

For travelers looking for a romantic stay, La Bahia Hotel and Spa offers 3 restaurants, an outdoor pool, and a poolside bar. It's steps from Santa Cruz Main Beach.
Casablanca On The Beach is another great choice, and it's just steps away.

What are the best hotels close to Santa Cruz Main Beach with free breakfast?

Start your day nourished with a free full breakfast at West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn, which is steps from Santa Cruz Main Beach.
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz is also a recommended place to stay with a free buffet breakfast, and it's located 14 minutes away on foot.

Which hotels near Santa Cruz Main Beach have rooms with great views?

At La Bahia Hotel and Spa, there are rooms where you can take in the ocean views. The hotel is steps from Santa Cruz Main Beach.
Also recommended is Dream Inn Santa Cruz, which has rooms with ocean views.

What are the best family hotels close to Santa Cruz Main Beach?

The entire family will enjoy a stay at Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz which offers free cribs, a beach (direct access), and an outdoor pool. Santa Cruz Main Beach is just steps away.
Another great option for your family's trip is Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection.

What are the best luxury hotels near Santa Cruz Main Beach?

Pamper yourself with a stay at La Bahia Hotel and Spa, which is steps from Santa Cruz Main Beach. This hotel features 3 restaurants including Pearl, and offers an outdoor pool.
A second luxurious choice is Sanctuary Beach Resort, which is 39 minutes away by car.

What are the best hotels near Santa Cruz Main Beach with free parking?

Drive and park with ease when you stay at West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn, which offers free parking. You'll be steps from Santa Cruz Main Beach.
Seaway Inn also has free parking and is just steps away.

What are the best hotels near Santa Cruz Main Beach with a pool?

Travelers can enjoy the outdoor pool at La Bahia Hotel and Spa. Santa Cruz Main Beach is steps from the hotel.
Another great choice for a hotel with a pool is Dream Inn Santa Cruz.

What cheap motels can I book close to Santa Cruz Main Beach?

To stay economically near Santa Cruz Main Beach, you can book Aqua Breeze Inn, which offers parking and a terrace.
Super 8 Santa Cruz-Beach-Boardwalk West is another inexpensive motel to consider in the area.

What are the best things to see and do around my hotel near Santa Cruz Main Beach?

Besides relaxing by the water at Santa Cruz Main Beach, you can check out nearby sights like Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Capitola Beach, and Mystery Spot.
Santa Cruz Wharf, Roaring Camp Railroads, and Rio Del Mar Beach are other places to visit in the area.

What are the best lodges close to Santa Cruz Main Beach?

Get back to nature with a stay at The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains, which is a 23-minute drive from Santa Cruz Main Beach. The lodge offers a bar/lounge and parking.
Masood's Lodge is another lodge located 26 minutes away by car.

What are the best cabins close to Santa Cruz Main Beach?

Log Cabin By The Sea: Enjoy peace and quiet and a kayak when you stay at this cabin, which is a short 4-minute drive from Santa Cruz Main Beach.
Fern River Resort: A short drive away, here's a second cabin to consider.

What are the best campsites near Santa Cruz Main Beach?

Lotus Yurt in Vineyard Overlooking Monterey Bay near Los Gatos, California: Experience tranquility when you stay a 32-minute drive from Santa Cruz Main Beach. This campsite offers guests surfing/bodyboarding, a golf course, and sailing.
Morgan Hill RV Resort - Campsite: This is another option 45 minutes away by car where you can enjoy nature.

What are the best pet-friendly hotels close to Santa Cruz Main Beach?

Bring your cherished pet with you to La Bahia Hotel and Spa, which is steps from Santa Cruz Main Beach.
A second pet-friendly hotel is Dream Inn Santa Cruz. The resort offers food and water bowls.

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Where to stay near Santa Cruz Main Beach?

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

Beach Street Inn and Suites

West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Marea Sol Hotel

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Seaway Inn

Pacific Blue Inn

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Mission Inn

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Casablanca On The Beach

Hitching Post Studios Inn

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Rio Vista Suites

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Other landmarks near Santa Cruz Main Beach

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

Main Beach

Santa Cruz Wharf

Cowell's Beach

Sky Glider

Cocoanut Grove

Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History

Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center

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